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Most of the older pieces here date from my years as an editor in the space sector (2015–2021), including Spaceoneers. From 2021 to 2023 I led communications for ESA Business Applications at HE Space, and since 2023 my writing has come out of my own consultancy.See the full career timeline.
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Choosing binoculars for astronomy
How to choose binoculars for stargazing: what the numbers mean, which sizes suit which observers, when a tripod helps and what binoculars can and cannot show.
Beginner's guide to stargazing
How to go outside and start observing the night sky with confidence, using nothing but your eyes, a little preparation and a few simple habits.
SEO for space organisations in 2026: what actually works now
A practical guide to SEO for space organisations, covering topical authority, structured content, AI search, and technical best practices.
Satellites drive golfing performance success (opens in a new tab)
With support from an ESA Demonstration Project, golfing performance specialist Shot Scope has delivered new solutions for performance analytics.
It always pays to B-SURE (opens in a new tab)
The United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT) launched its Humanitarian Rapid Mapping service in 2003, using satellite-based intelligence.
Satellites and AI in new generation forest management (opens in a new tab)
According to the World Wildlife Fund, forests are vital to life on Earth, and satellite AI is transforming monitoring and management.
Using Space Applications as a Transition Accelerator (opens in a new tab)
A Memorandum of Intent launching Genoa as a pilot city for ecological transition using space applications.
Horizons are brightening for Peru's farmers (opens in a new tab)
Satellite data helps agriculture adapt to Peru's challenging climatic conditions and improve productivity.
Space in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak in Italy - Final Presentation Day (opens in a new tab)
Final presentations from ESA-supported COVID-19 response projects in Italy.
Space tech meets HR to revolutionise hiring processes (opens in a new tab)
Recruitment technology start-up MeVitae applies space-enabled data approaches to hiring systems.
Autonomous shuttle launched at Harwell Campus (opens in a new tab)
Harwell Campus becomes a testbed for autonomous mobility solutions in the UK.
Faster, greener and cheaper - your customised bus service (opens in a new tab)
On-demand transport services reduce emissions and improve urban mobility efficiency.
Assessing insurance risk and damage in the digital age (opens in a new tab)
McKenzie Intelligence Services launches GEO platform for insurance risk analysis using satellite data.
ESA and PSCE cooperate on Space Applications and Digital Transformation in Public Safety (opens in a new tab)
ESA and Public Safety Communication Europe collaborate to advance digital transformation in public safety using space applications.
Harnessing space technology for better investment planning (opens in a new tab)
Satellite data is being used to improve financial and investment decision-making processes.
Carbon Farming's Eye in the Sky (opens in a new tab)
Satellite imagery is helping monitor and verify carbon farming and environmental impact initiatives.
ESA and CEO Water Mandate cooperate on space technologies and applications for Net Positive Water Impact (opens in a new tab)
ESA and the UN Global Compact CEO Water Mandate collaborate on water sustainability solutions using space technologies.
Using AI and satellites to combat poaching of endangered species (opens in a new tab)
AI and satellite data are being used to track and prevent wildlife poaching in protected ecosystems.
ESA and City of Essen collaborate to protect urban and suburban areas (opens in a new tab)
Space-enabled applications are being deployed to improve urban resilience and environmental monitoring in Essen.
Farmers use smart farming app in the field to boost crop yields (opens in a new tab)
Precision agriculture tools using satellite data help farmers optimise crop productivity.
COP26: Connectivity, Space and Digital Technologies for Green Value (opens in a new tab)
A COP26 initiative highlights how space and digital technologies support climate action and sustainability.
Meet ESA BIC Lazio (opens in a new tab)
Overview of ESA BIC Lazio and its role in supporting space startups and innovation.
Eureka Investment Readiness Programme: European Space Agency (opens in a new tab)
A programme helping space startups and SMEs prepare for investment and scale-up opportunities.
ESA BIC Bavaria helps Atlas Aero take off (opens in a new tab)
ESA BIC Bavaria supports Atlas Aero in developing aerospace innovation and technologies.
TOP STORIES: July 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: June 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: May 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: April 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: March 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
2021 Space Predictions (opens in a new tab)
Here is a selection of space predictions according to Seraphim Capital and Northern Sky Research (NSR) for the key trends...
TOP STORIES: February 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: January 2021 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Data.Space 2021 – Space For Everyone (opens in a new tab)
Data.Space is back in 2021 in a new format. It is moving online! Since 2017, Data.Space has been raising awareness...
Shape the future of IoT solutions using advanced satellite positioning! (opens in a new tab)
Do you think you have what it takes to solve real-life corporate challenges with IoT innovations and Galileo technologies? Apply...
Going Forward to the Moon (opens in a new tab)
As humanity is set to return to the Moon, we take a brief look at the highlights of the Apollo...
TOP STORIES: December 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
#MyGalileoSolution projects selected for acceleration (opens in a new tab)
The projects selected for acceleration in Track 1 and Track 2 of the #MyGalileoSolution competition have been confirmed. The 30...
TOP STORIES: November 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: October 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Take your idea to the next level with Point.IOT (opens in a new tab)
Whether you are new to the game or an established IoT or Galileo entrepreneur, it’s time to take your idea...
TOP STORIES: September 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Level up your space idea with #MyGalileoSolution competition (opens in a new tab)
The European GNSS Agency (GSA) has just launched the #MyGalileoSolution competition. The contest is targeting European innovators and entrepreneurs ready...
Registration now open for the IAC 2020 – THE CYBERSPACE EDITION (opens in a new tab)
The registration for the 71st International Astronautical Congress – The CyberSpace Edition to be held from 12 – 14 October...
TOP STORIES: August 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
IAF Startup Pitch Session at IAC 2020 – The CyberSpace Edition Calling all Space Startups! (opens in a new tab)
In the frame of the upcoming International Astronautical Congress 2020 (IAC 2020 – The Cyberspace Edition) that will be taking...
TOP STORIES: July 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: June 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Start Up with Copernicus! Innovative Earth Observation Solutions Wanted (opens in a new tab)
Applications to the Copernicus Accelerator 2021 are now open Do you have an early-stage business idea that could benefit from...
TOP STORIES: May 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Farming by Satellite Prize 2020 is open for applications! (opens in a new tab)
The Farming by Satellite Prize rewards young innovators exploring the use of satellite technologies to improve agriculture and reduce environmental...
Solve industry challenges using IOT and satellite technology with Point.IOT (opens in a new tab)
Put your creative & scientific knowledge to the test. Point.IoT wants to see your innovative solution for next-generation asset tracking...
TOP STORIES: APRIL 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
How Can Space Technologies Help Combat COVID-19? (opens in a new tab)
The world currently is facing some unprecedented challenges. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic is being felt throughout society as...
What is IOT? (opens in a new tab)
IoT is all around us, infused into our everyday lives through constant connectivity. Our physical and virtual worlds are coming...
Space during COVID-19 (opens in a new tab)
The world feels like a rather different place at the moment with the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. It has virtually paralysed...
TOP STORIES: MARCH 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Copernicus Masters 2020 Submissions Open 1 April (opens in a new tab)
The Copernicus Masters 2020 – Europe’s leading innovation competition for EO – is in search of outstanding applications, solutions, and...
10 Out-of-this World Space podcasts (opens in a new tab)
Following a number of recent releases of podcasts and this editor’s travels, at Spaceoneers we got thinking about space podcasts....
TOP STORIES: February 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Point.IoT (opens in a new tab)
What if you could design the ultimate industry solution? #PointIoT gives ambitious entrepreneurs that chance with a new and exciting...
TOP STORIES: January 2020 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: December 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
MyGalileoApp Finals and Team experiences (opens in a new tab)
The winners of this year’s MyGalileoApp competition were announced at a ceremony in Prague at the European GNSS Agency (GSA)...
TOP STORIES: November 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Walter Ballheimer – CEO, German Orbital Systems (opens in a new tab)
Since 2014 German Orbital Systems has been spearheading the newspace movement in Germany, being the first company to focus on...
TOP STORIES: October 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Charles Black – Founder & CEO, Sen (opens in a new tab)
Sen was founded in 2014 by Charles Black with a vision to democratise space using video to inform, educate, inspire...
TOP STORIES: September 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Winners of PhiWeek Bootcamp 2019 announced (opens in a new tab)
The second edition of the PhiWeek Bootcamp has just come to an end. Hosted by the European Space Agency (ESA)...
TOP STORIES: August 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Innovative Earth Observation Solutions Wanted! (opens in a new tab)
Apply to the Copernicus Accelerator 2019 The Copernicus Accelerator invites 50 of Europe’s boldest innovators and start-ups to develop their...
TOP STORIES: July 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: June 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Apply now for the FinSpace pitch competition! (opens in a new tab)
As part of the World Satellite Business Week, participants will have the opportunity to attend FinSpace and discover the projects...
Arctic15 set to blast off in Helsinki (opens in a new tab)
Arctic15 is set to blast off in Helsinki, Finland this week on 5-6 June 2019. Organised by ArcticStartup, a startup...
TOP STORIES: May 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Dr Samantha Lavender – Managing Director, Pixalytics Ltd (opens in a new tab)
What is the effect of climate change on our environment? How do we protect our forests? In what ways can...
MyGalileoApp – top 30 revealed! (opens in a new tab)
Following the many applications to the MyGalileoApp competition, the top 30 recently selected to proceed to the development phase have...
Space junk and those who are trying to clean it (opens in a new tab)
We take a look at space debris, what it is and where it comes from. We try to get a...
Peter Round – Chairman & Executive Director, Kleos Space (opens in a new tab)
Kleos is offering a remarkable shift in global geo-located intelligence gathering capability from space. The company was founded in 2017...
TOP STORIES: April 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
William Ricard – Manager, PwC Space (opens in a new tab)
The space sector is going through a deep transformation in the various segments of its value chain. As a result...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Portugal (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Connect Robotics in Portugal who provide fully autonomous drones that allow the delivery of medicines and...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Luxembourg (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Sensa Wild in Luxembourg who have developed a wilderness platform to improve safety, promote environmental protection...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: France (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Weather Force in France who have created a collaborative platform that provides weather information in developing...
Coen Janssen – Co-founder / Director Business Intelligence, Hiber (opens in a new tab)
Hiber is building the first truly low-power and low-cost satellite connectivity network. It is offering to connect your devices anywhere...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: United Kingdom (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Esplorio in the United Kingdom who have developed an app that allows users to record and...
TOP STORIES: March 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Thomas Grübler – Managing Director & Co-founder, OroraTech (opens in a new tab)
During our visit to DataSpace in Glasgow, we saw a number of pitches in a quick-fire showcase of the up...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: The Netherlands (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight SkyTree in The Netherlands who use an air capture technology that removes excess CO2 from closed...
SPACEONEERS: OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER OF IAC2019 (opens in a new tab)
We are pleased to announce we are once again an official media partner of the International Astronautical Congress (IAC). This...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Sweden (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Vultus in Sweden who offer a satellite system for precision farming. The technology enables farmers around...
First tracks announced for Arctic15 – get 15% off registration with Spaceoneers! (opens in a new tab)
Arctic15 is the most effective matchmaking startup event in Northern Europe. The focus is on making deals and quality networking....
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Germany (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Terraplasma Medical in Germany who are channeling space-based research to the medical field.
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Czech Republic (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight InsightArt in Czech Republic, which applies spacetech to tackle the challenges faced by the art industry.
TOP STORIES: February 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Apply today to the MyGalileoApp competition (opens in a new tab)
Do you have an innovative idea for an application that could benefit from the precise positioning offered by Galileo? Then...
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Austria (opens in a new tab)
This week we highlight Drone Rescue in Austria who have an intelligent rescue system to safely land drones.
Around Europe in 10 Space Startups: Italy (opens in a new tab)
As part of a new series, each week we will publish a new infographic as we tour around Europe in...
Volodymyr Levykin – CEO, Skyrora (opens in a new tab)
“More investment in launcher capabilities is needed in Europe” Interview with Volodymyr Levykin, CEO of private launch service company Skyrora...
TOP STORIES: January 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
2019 Space Predictions (opens in a new tab)
Seraphim Capital is a space technology investment company and they have made some predictions for the space technology landscape in...
Meet us at DATA.SPACE 2019 (opens in a new tab)
Meet us at DATA.SPACE 2019 in Glasgow at the “information conference of the NewSpace revolution.” One of the key drivers...
Spaceoneers shop now open –– Become a space pioneer today! (opens in a new tab)
Get inspired through our Spaceoneers online shop, which includes a variety of t-shirts and our Little Spaceoneers comic series, now...
TOP STORIES: December 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Creating solutions for climate change based on space data (opens in a new tab)
We explore 5 ways climate change is affecting and will affect our planet and 5 start ups that are creating...
TOP STORIES: November 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Christopher Blackerby – COO, Astroscale (opens in a new tab)
Astroscale is the first private company with a mission to secure long-term spaceflight safety by developing space debris removal services....
Monitoring our planet (opens in a new tab)
In our latest infographic we take a look at various climate change indicators and how private companies are now filling...
Simon Litvinov and Dmitrii Kislenko, HIVE (Precision Navigation Systems OÜ) (opens in a new tab)
A start-up called “HIVE” provides a solution for super-accurate real time GNSS positioning and navigation, using existing ground based continuously...
TOP STORIES: October 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
David Henri, Co-Founder & CEO, Exotrail (opens in a new tab)
French start-up Exotrail develops electric propulsion solutions for small satellites. They offer their customers launch flexibility, as their can use...
Lauri Häme, Founder, Terramonitor (opens in a new tab)
Based in Helsinki, Finland, the start-up Terramonitor represents the world’s most up-to-date and comprehensive map of the globe, comprised of...
Dr Markus Knapek, Co-Founder, Mynaric (opens in a new tab)
German start-up Mynaric is a laser communications company that makes wireless communication equipment to enable high-speed, long-distance data delivery from...
Julien Tallineau, Co-Founder, Veoware Space (opens in a new tab)
Veoware Space is a technology and data company that democratises spy satellite imagery for its customers. We spoke to...
TOP STORIES: September 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Climate change (opens in a new tab)
In our latest infographic we explore climate change, its impact and causes on our planet. Sources: “10 Nitrogen Facts (N...
Silver Lodi and Lauri Kimmel, Co-Founders, Spaceit (opens in a new tab)
Spaceit is an Estonian space tech company seeking to revolutionise space missions. It provides cloud-based satellite operations, offering mission control...
Join us at the Φ-week Bootcamp! (opens in a new tab)
On the occasion of the Φ-week event, the European Space Agency (ESA) is organising a Bootcamp for aspiring entrepreneurs supporting...
Plan your sessions at the IAC! (opens in a new tab)
The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the largest space conference, this year being held in the German free city of...
Dr Boris Krassi (CEO) and Sauli Kiviranta (CTO), Delta Cygni Labs (opens in a new tab)
Augmented Reality paving the way for future Moon and Mars missions Delta Cygni Labs is working on an innovative visual...
TOP STORIES: August 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Take your startup idea to the next level with the Copernicus Accelerator (opens in a new tab)
Do you have an innovative startup concept? The Copernicus Accelerator is your opportunity to turn ground-breaking ideas into innovative business...
Space Tourism (opens in a new tab)
If you have ever wondered how many people have been to space and where they have flown, look no further....
Spaceoneers: official media partner of IAC2018 (opens in a new tab)
We’re proud to be an official media partner of the biggest space conference, the 69th International Astronautical Congress #IAC2018 from...
Luca Rosettini (CEO), D-Orbit (opens in a new tab)
What started as a company in Silicon Valley, has established itself as a successful space-startup in Europe. The Italian company...
Farnborough International Airshow: Space Day (opens in a new tab)
Farnborough International Airshow is the UK’s the biggest aerospace event of the year. With many announcements expected across the UK...
TOP STORIES: July 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Satellites in our Lives (opens in a new tab)
If you have ever wondered how satellites impact our everyday lives look no further. In our second Spaceoneers infographic we...
John Vickers (CEO/Co-Founder), Blue Abyss (opens in a new tab)
We are at a real turning point in the space industry not only in terms of space technology and space-derived...
TOP STORIES: June 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Simon Vanden Bussche, Co-Founder, Valispace (opens in a new tab)
Founded out of Startup Weekend Space: Bremen in 2015, Valispace has continued to develop its business idea towards a latest...
Satellites in Numbers (opens in a new tab)
If you have ever wondered how many satellites are currently orbiting around our planet, what those satellites are doing or...
TOP STORIES: MAY 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Valerie Vlasenko, Arctic15 (opens in a new tab)
Ahead of the Arctic15 conference next week in Helsinki, Finland, we spoke to Valerie Vlasenko who is leading the efforts...
TOP STORIES: APRIL 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: MARCH 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: FEBRUARY 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Sara Jennings, NASA Frontier Development Laboratory (opens in a new tab)
Sara Jennings is the Producer for NASA Frontier Development Lab, an applied Artificial Intelligence R&D accelerator designed to enhance NASA’s...
Hannah Kiel, Starburst Accelerator (opens in a new tab)
When your start-up is established, how do you go about scaling up? One option is to join an accelerator programme,...
TOP STORIES: JANUARY 2018 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Triple deadline for ambitious startups on 15 March 2018! (opens in a new tab)
If you are a (soon-to-be) startup founder that uses space technology or earth observation data, the date 15 March 2018...
Mark Boggett, CEO of Seraphim Capital (opens in a new tab)
What is venture capital and how does it differ between the US and Europe? How can Europe attract more investors...
Peter Platzer, CEO of Spire (opens in a new tab)
Peter Platzer co-founded Spire with the vision of gathering data from a network of small satellites from any location on...
TOP STORIES: DECEMBER 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Winter Reading 2017 (opens in a new tab)
The Winter holidays are approaching, which is a perfect time to relax and keep warm with a good book. It’s...
TOP STORIES: NOVEMBER 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Highlights of New Space Europe (opens in a new tab)
In the first space conference in Europe to focus on the newspace industry, NewSpace Europe took place in the heart...
TOP STORIES: OCTOBER 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Inventing the future with INNOspace Weekend (opens in a new tab)
The first INNOspace Weekend was a great success. 65 participants attended from over 17 countries and a mix of backgrounds....
TOP STORIES: SEPTEMBER 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
TOP STORIES: AUGUST 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Design Thinking – An Approach to Creative Innovation (opens in a new tab)
What if there were some magic formula to innovate new products or services? Or some approach or method one can...
Sebastian Marcu, Bake In Space (opens in a new tab)
Food is an important part of our daily routine. It gives us energy in what we do and contributes towards...
TOP STORIES: JULY 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
INNOspace – Space Tech Transfer and Innovation in the German Aerospace Industry (opens in a new tab)
Space is not only scientifically and politically motivated. It calls for more private sector involvement and new business models. As...
TOP STORIES: JUNE 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Start-ups Reach For the Stars in Cologne (opens in a new tab)
INNOSPACE WEEKEND: All those interested in space and mobility are invited to spend a whole weekend in Cologne networking with...
Die Astronautin (opens in a new tab)
Die Astronautin: Crowdfunding campaign started Everyone who wants to help get Germany’s first woman into space can contribute their part...
Die Astronautin: Six women have made it to the final (opens in a new tab)
Six women have now been selected for the finals for Die Astronautin, the first female German astronaut. In the medical...
Space As A Market (opens in a new tab)
The largest international student-run business convention, The World Business Dialogue is in its 20th year. It is a place for...
Top Stories: May 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
European Satellite Navigation Competition 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Got a service, product, or business idea that uses satellite navigation in everyday life? Then put it on the fast...
Copernicus Masters 2017 is Looking for New EO Ideas (opens in a new tab)
The new competition round of the Copernicus Masters finally started! New partners, an impressing and unparalleled prize pool worth more...
Maxime Sixdeniers, Spaceboard (opens in a new tab)
In this age of social networks and apps, we are more connected than ever before. They have become a part...
Top Stories: April 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
INNOspace Masters 2017 (opens in a new tab)
“Space 4.0” conference and festive awards ceremony set for 17 May 2017 in Berlin These days, the space sector and...
Top Stories: March 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Top Stories: February 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Hypercell: The Future of Space Architecture? (opens in a new tab)
As humanity explores beyond our Earth we will need new systems to adapt to our life in space. We envisage...
Top Stories: January 2017 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Rafal Modrzewski, Iceye (opens in a new tab)
A new era of space is unfolding through the interaction between government organisations, private sector, society and politics, what is...
Mike Lawton, Oxford Space Systems (opens in a new tab)
How do we most effectively send satellites into space? And how do we make the best use of the volume...
Jose Mariano Lopez-Urdiales, Zero 2 Infinity (opens in a new tab)
When you first think of ‘space’ you might think ‘rockets’? But rockets aren’t the only way of getting spacecraft (and...
Top Stories: December 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Winter Reading 2016 (opens in a new tab)
The Winter holidays are approaching, which is a perfect time to relax and keep warm with a good book. It’s...
Launch of UK Space Tech Angels (opens in a new tab)
LBA’s UK Space Tech Angels to boost investment for space-related technology startups. Launched at an event in London in conjunction...
Spaceoneers – new look website (opens in a new tab)
Since we launched the concept of ‘Spaceoneers’ we have been interacting with the new space community, to find out how...
Top Stories: November 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Erik Laan, Eye on Orbit (opens in a new tab)
What is the role of new space startups? How can they help to shape the sector? And what challenges must...
Enter the Leading Ideas Competition for Next-Generation Space Applications Now! (opens in a new tab)
The second edition of the INNOspace Masters competition is now set to begin under the theme “Space 4.0”. From 14...
StartupCon DE (opens in a new tab)
On the 27th October 2016, StartupCon brought together founders and investors in a series of exciting lectures, pitches and joint...
Future Space (opens in a new tab)
The space sector is going through something of a transformation, shifting from the ‘old space’ of government organisations and a...
Top Stories: October 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Dr Malcolm Macdonald, Uni. of Strathclyde (opens in a new tab)
New space relies on new and innovative ideas to drive forward the sector. But what is the role of academia...
Bremen Space Tour: Summary Report (opens in a new tab)
We are pleased to be able to share the summary report of the successful Bremen Space Tour of the USA....
Top Stories: September 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Making Humans a Multiplanetary Species (opens in a new tab)
At the International Astronautical Congress (IAC), ‘spaceoneer’ Elon Musk outlined his plans on making humans a multiplanetary species with an...
Jonata Puglia, Leaf Space (opens in a new tab)
Italian space startup, Leaf Space, recently announced it has secured one million Euros in financial capital as it aims to...
Nuno Louro, Innoflair (opens in a new tab)
Nuno Louro is the Co-Founder and Director of Innoflair, a software development company specialising in the space industry. With a...
Mars City Design (opens in a new tab)
A cross-disciplinary team of experts are supporting the innovative design solutions for sustainable cities on Mars. Founded in Silicon Beach...
Space Business Innovation Day (opens in a new tab)
On Thursday 1 September, ‘Spaceoneers’ visited the Space Business Innovation Day in Noordwijk, the Netherlands. It featured an exciting programme...
Top stories: August 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
The Final Frontier (opens in a new tab)
On the last working day of their tour, the Bremen Space Delegation ventured to their final site visits in Los...
Perspectives of Commercial Space from Pasadena (opens in a new tab)
Day five of the Bremen Space Tour and the delegation ventured onto Pasadena/Los Angeles. First stop was NASA Jet Propulsion...
It Isn’t Rocket Science…Oh Wait, It Is. (opens in a new tab)
Following on from visits to NASA Ames Research Center and Airbus A3, the delegation returned to Silicon Valley, first to...
Getting to the Heart of Silicon Valley Innovation (opens in a new tab)
After an early morning start, the delegation travelled from the Golden City of San Francisco towards the heart of innovation...
First lessons from the US new space & tech scene (opens in a new tab)
After a first day of welcomes and introductions, the first events of the main programme got underway. It started off...
Bremen Space Tour Gets Underway (opens in a new tab)
The Bremen space delegation has made it to California where they will seek to obtain insights into the rapidly growing...
Top stories: July 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our round-up...
Captivating hearts and minds - Room: The Space Journal (opens in a new tab)
A feature exploring space outreach and communication efforts in the context of ESA missions.
Ana Cristina Rosa, Dipteron (opens in a new tab)
Ana Cristina Rosa is the founder and leader of the Dipteron team. Dutch and originally from Brazil, she is a...
Top stories: June 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we will round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our...
Ran Qedar, Space Products and Innovation (SPiN) (opens in a new tab)
Spaceoneers caught up with Ran Qedar, following his developments since the first Startup Weekend Space in Bremen where he led...
Bremen “New Space” Delegation Tour of the USA (opens in a new tab)
Bremen Invest (Wirtschaftsförderung Bremen, WFB) is offering the opportunity to visit “new space” companies in Silicon Valley and Los Angeles....
European Space Solutions 2016 (opens in a new tab)
The fourth edition of European Space Solutions took place in The Hague from 30 May to 3 June 2016 at...
ActInSpace (opens in a new tab)
An “international hackathon” in space applications, ActInSpace recently brought together entrepreneurs, students, job seekers, developers and creative users over a...
Takeshi Hakamada, ispace (opens in a new tab)
Takeshi Hakamada’s personal vision has been to create a world where spaceships like the ones in Star Wars that fly...
Top stories: May 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we will round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our...
Chris Lewicki, Planetary Resources (opens in a new tab)
As President and CEO of Planetary Resources, Chris Lewicki is responsible for its strategic development of its mission and vision,...
Chad Anderson, Space Angels Network (opens in a new tab)
As Managing Director of the Space Angels Network, Chad Anderson has facilitated millions of dollars of private investment into commercial...
OHB SE establishes new subsidiary OHB Venture Capital GmbH (opens in a new tab)
Space and technology group OHB SE (Prime Standard, ISIN DE0005936124) has established a new subsidiary known as OHB Venture Capital...
Tom Segert, Berlin Space Technologies (opens in a new tab)
During the last decade, Tom Segert has shaped the small satellites industry in Germany’s capital, Berlin. He has been keen...
CEO of Deep Space Industries, Daniel Faber (opens in a new tab)
With long-term plans for in-space resource extraction in the form of asteroid mining, Deep Space Industries (DSI) is offering an...
Top stories: April 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Each month we will round up some of the top stories in space, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and technology. Here’s our...
CEO of Polish Space Startup, Blue Dot Solutions (opens in a new tab)
Since 2014, Blue Dot Solutions has provided consulting services related to the space sector in Poland and Europe; integrated application...
Serial entrepreneur Brian Lim (opens in a new tab)
Since 2013, Brian Lim has become a leader in global space-based innovation, by leading five space start-ups to initial investment...
Spaceoneers (opens in a new tab)
Welcome to Spaceoneers! On this new website we take a look at space pioneers – those who have pushed the...
European Satellite Navigation Competition 2016 (opens in a new tab)
Join the ESNC global innovation network and get connected with our world-class partners, thrilling start-ups and visionary entrepreneurs. Discover this...
INNOspace Masters (opens in a new tab)
The world’s economies are on the cusp of the fourth industrial revolution. Driven by digitalisation and marked by the merging...
Space Forum – Where Space Meets Digital (opens in a new tab)
Design & Data has partnered with the Space Forum – a joint summit between the space and digital industries –...
Sign up for the Disrupt Space Summit (opens in a new tab)
Turning the Solar System into our backyard. Let’s play! On 7-8 April 2016, the first ever Disrupt Space Summit will...
Insights from Startup Nation Israel (opens in a new tab)
Several StartupWeekend Space: Bremen, Gdansk and Shanghai team members attended the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2015 in Jerusalem, Israel. It...
SWSpace Workshop & Fireside Chat (opens in a new tab)
StartupWeekend Space held a Workshop and Fireside Chat panel on Friday, 18th September. It was an opportunity for the remaining...
Startup Weekend Space: Gdansk (opens in a new tab)
The second Startup Weekend Space in Europe took place on 2nd-4th October 2015. Hosted by Gdansk Park Naukowo – Techhnologiczny,...
ESO Signs Contract for Deformable Shell Mirrors for E-ELT (opens in a new tab)
ESO signs a major contract for advanced adaptive mirror technology for the Extremely Large Telescope.
Revolutionary New High-speed Infrared Detector Sees First Light (opens in a new tab)
A new generation infrared detector achieves first light, advancing astronomical observation capabilities.
NewSpace Ideas for Europe (opens in a new tab)
It is already a reality in North America. As part of the NewSpace movement, many young startup companies bring innovative...
ESO Ultra HD Expedition: New clarity for astronomy outreach (opens in a new tab)
An outreach initiative using ultra high definition imaging to communicate astronomy discoveries.
ESOcast 66: A Groundbreaking Event for the E-ELT (opens in a new tab)
Coverage of a milestone event in the development of the Extremely Large Telescope.
Contract Signed for Final Design and Construction of Largest Adaptive Mirror Unit in the World (opens in a new tab)
Contract awarded for construction of a large adaptive mirror system for advanced telescopes.
ESOcast 65: The Chilean Sky in Ultra High Definition (opens in a new tab)
An exploration of Chilean skies captured in ultra high definition for astronomy outreach.
ESOcast 64: First Ring System Around Asteroid (opens in a new tab)
Discovery and observation of a rare ring system around an asteroid.
Review: Duh! Universe (opens in a new tab)
A review of an educational space outreach publication aimed at children.
Uncovering Mysterious Hidden Gems of our Galaxy (opens in a new tab)
Educational content exploring hidden astronomical phenomena in our galaxy.
The ISU Experience (opens in a new tab)
A personal account of participation in a UKSEDS space conference and experience sharing.
A collision in 2009 as the origin of the debris trail of asteroid P/2010 A2 (opens in a new tab)
Scientific paper exploring the origin of asteroid debris through collision analysis.
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